The 4 Star Whites of Wexford are currently recruiting for an Events Co Ordinator to join our Sales & Marketing Team.Key responsibilities of the Events Coordinator will include:Maximising & driving the wedding and conference business of the hotelPromotion and selling of the venue at every opportunity through client show-arounds, marketing events, co-ordinating the production of collateral and PR opportunities to achieve thisDealing with clients in person or via telephone & email and responding to all requests in a professional & timely manner, endeavouring to convert every call into a sale whilst providing the highest level of service, integrity and creativityThe logging of all wedding/event enquiriesSales & marketing office administrationClarification of all details pertaining to an event in writing, well in advance of the eventEffectively communicating client's expectations and requests accurately to all departmentsPreparation & distribution of weekly function sheets, and hosting function sheet meetingsEnsuring that all quotes and contracts are accurate and presented to each client to the agreed company standardsProviding support in other areas of the hotelOverseeing each client experience from initial enquiry stage to post event stageIssuing reports to Senior ManagersThe ideal candidate for the Events Coordinator position should:Have previous experience in a similar position within the Hotel/Event industryPossess a positive attitude, outgoing, extremely friendly with appreciation for brand driven standardsExperience dealing with brides and groomsExperience dealing large conference and eventsProven track record in sales performance with clear ability to convert businessTarget driven with excellent presentation and negotiation skillsHave excellent organisational skills & attention to detailGood ability to handle pressurised situations and busy periodBe flexible, innovative and adaptableBe fluent in both written and spoken English.Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel as well as the ability to learn and utilise new computer software programs